Review: Fifth ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ flick fights bloat
The Associated Press The opening scene of the new “Pirates of the Caribbean” is a fitting metaphor for where we stand in this long franchise:…
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Recent Deaths 5/23/17
Frank T. Fletcher Jr., 56, of Oil City, died May 17, 2017. Charles Anthony “Charlie” Whitford, born Feb. 24, 2017, of Oil City, died May 20,…
Lemon-Herb Roasted Pork Sirloin
Lemon-Herb Roasted Pork Sirloin Created by Chef Colby Garrelts, 2013 James Beard Foundation “Best Chef: Midwest” award winner (from BPT) Ingredients: 1 Smithfield Prime Boneless Pork…
Pet of the Day 5/22/17
Name: Rootbeer Breed: Domestic Medium Hair/Mix Age: 5 months 13 days Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black/Beige Spayed/Neutered Declawed: No Housetrained: Yes Typical playful happy…
Memorials and Outreach
Some history on Memorial Day, May 29th From Decoration Day to Memorial Day, General John A. Logan (the commander of the Grand Army of the…
Cranberry theft
Sandy Lake harassment
Open house set for Electrotechs robotics club
From staff reports An open house and community celebration will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Crawford Center Auditorium in Emlenton, to…
Lauretta Woodson Award winners announced
Scott Austin and Tracey Beers were honored Thursday by the Clarion County chapter of the Pennsylvania Association of School Retirees. Austin has taught social studies…
Police say bomb at Thai hospital wounds more than 20 people
BANGKOK (AP) — A bomb exploded at an army-run hospital in Bangkok on Monday, the third anniversary of a military coup, and authorities said more…
Penguins rout Senators 7-0 to take 3-2 lead
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh Penguins coach Mike Sullivan calls it “getting to our game.” It means he wants his team to attack opponents with speed,…
Drake dominates, Cher reflects at Billboard Music Awards
The Associated Press Drake was a high roller in Las Vegas, beating Adele’s record for most wins at the Billboard Music Awards. Cher and Celine…
Recent Deaths 5/22/17
Mary Alice Turner, 90, of Franklin, died May 21, 2017. Allen Bert Craig Sr., 67, of Oil City, died May 18, 2017. Richard Riddle Breene, 88,…
Pet of the day 5/21/17
Name: Twister Breed: Retriever, Labrador / Mix Age: 4 months 15d Gender: Female Color: Black / White Spayed/Neutered: Yes Size: Small About: Typical little pup,…
Warren Co. woman sentenced for embezzlement
From staff reports ERIE – A Warren County woman has been sentenced in federal court to 24 months in jail on her conviction for embezzling…
Central students skate through school
By MARISSA DECHANT Staff writer Central Elementary students in Franklin are skating through school – but not in the way you might think. Physical education…
Pope names cardinals for Laos, Mali, Sweden, Spain, Salvador
VATICAN CITY (AP) — In a surprise announcement Sunday, Pope Francis named five new cardinals, for Spain, El Salvador and three countries where Catholics are…
Nova wins for first time in May as Pirates beat Phillies 6-3
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates seem to have a little more bounce in their step when Ivan Nova takes the mound. “We love when…
Kyle Busch scores $1 million with All-Star race victory
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — In a race built on brave, bold moments, Kyle Busch used one to win NASCAR’s annual All-Star race and its $1…
Kristen Stewart dives into grief in Cannes directorial debut
CANNES, France (AP) — Kristen Stewart’s directing ambitions go all the way back to when she was an 11-year-old performing in the 2002 David Fincher…
Cranberry theft
Pet of the day 5/20/17
Name: Tommy Tommy is a young male that came in as a stray. He must’ve been a pet at sometime, as he was already neutered,…
Man gets state prison term for Cook Forest standoff
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A Cooksburg man who engaged in an armed standoff with police in March 2016 at MacBeth’s Cabins on Route 36…
Children learn about safety during event at fairgrounds
From staff reports Second-graders from across Venango and Forest counties gathered at the Venango County Fairgrounds on Thursday for Progressive Agricultural Day. Each year, the…
Disturbance on LA-to-Hawaii flight brings FBI, fighter jets
HONOLULU (AP) — Two U.S. fighter jets were summoned Friday to escort a flight from Los Angeles to Hawaii after an unruly man was subdued…
Sidney Crosby, Penguins beat Senators 3-2 to tie series
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Matt Murray was back — and so was Sidney Crosby. Crosby had a goal and an assist, Murray made 22 saves…
Hugh Jackman’s secret? He didn’t know wolverines are real
NEW YORK (AP) — After playing Wolverine in nine movies, Hugh Jackman arguably knows more about the superhero than anyone. But that wasn’t always the…
Recent Deaths 5/20/17
Daniel J. “Dan” Staab, 57, of Harrisville, died May 18, 2017. Vivian Ann Duncan, 76, of Rockland, died May 19, 2017 Herbert B. Burns, 85, of Zelienople,…
Rimersburg theft
Pet of the day 5/19/17
Name: Kate House trained Spayed/Neutered Primary Color(s): Tabby – Brown or Chocolate Secondary Color(s): White Coat Length: Short Kate is available for adoption through Clarion…
Angels among us
Safehaven Small Breed Rescue has a new resident. Precious Paws Animal Rescue has puppies available for adoption. Clarion PAWS is caring for kittens and cats….
Cranberry theft
Criminal trespass in Emlenton
Rouseville harassment
PA woman makes dress from Starburst candy wrappers
ELIZABETHTOWN, Pa. (AP) — A Pennsylvania woman has made a dress from more than 10,000 Starburst candy wrappers given to her by her high school…
Man charged in Blue Canoe burglary
By SAXON DAUGHERTY Staff writer A Titusville man has been charged in connection with the January burglary at the Blue Canoe Brewery in the 100…
Pennsylvania’s first Fish-for-Free day set
From staff reports The Sunday of Memorial Day weekend – May 28 – will be the first chance for anglers to fish for free in…
Suspect in deadly Times Square mayhem charged with murder
NEW YORK (AP) — A Times Square motorist accused of steering his car onto one of the busiest sidewalks in the U.S. and mowing down…
Frazier’s 4 RBIs, homers by Bell, Jaso lift Bucs over Nats
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Adam Frazier is making the most of his chance as Pittsburgh’s new left fielder. Frazier had a career-high four RBIs, Josh Bell…
Here comes Pippa: Britain’s almost-royal wedding on the way
LONDON (AP) — She played a memorable supporting role at sister Kate’s 2011 wedding, but Pippa Middleton will take center stage Saturday at what looks…
Recent Deaths 5/19/17
Robert P. Teifer, 86, of Lilburn, Georgia, died May 16, 2017. Ricky T. Anderson, 57, of Franklin, died May 17, 2017. Carl Leroy Say Sr., 94,…
OC students sing National Anthem at Seawolves game
Seventh Street Elementary School’s 4th grade teachers and their students went to Erie on Wednesday, May 17, 2017, for Education Day at the Erie Seawolves Ballpark….
Stamping out hunger
Mike Knox, a mail carrier who works through the Franklin Post Office, stands with several boxes and bags of food he collected Saturday through the…
Car drives wrong way in Times Square and hits crowds; 1 dead
NEW YORK (AP) — A man who appeared intoxicated drove his car the wrong way up a Times Square street and plowed into pedestrians on…
Lauded rocker Chris Cornell killed himself by hanging
DETROIT (AP) — Chris Cornell, one of the most lauded and respected contemporary lead singers in rock music with his bands Soundgarden and Audioslave, killed…
I-80 crash
Jefferson Twp. assault
Sandycreek Twp. crash
Pet of the Day 5/18/17
Name: Dante Breed: A Lab Retriever/Golden Retriever mix, Age: 2 year old neutered male About Dante: He has a yellow and cream coat and dark…
Tips for a fun family night out
In its 2016 National Dining Survey, Zagat found that the average person dines out 4.5 times per week. That figure may seem high to some,…